Thunder is a large head study in oils of a thoroughbred racehorse. I have done a series of paintings influenced by mist and low light, it's a subject that interests me as I try to get away from the more usual views of horse racing.  The atmosphere, expression of the horse and the colours used in the painting suggested the title. The original reference for this is from my own photographs taken at Aintree racecourse.

The original painting is available from The Art Collective at Gra Coffee Bar Nass, Co. Kildare contact Susan MacMillan 0872611540

Approaching the Elbow Aintree is a beautiful oil painting on canvas of Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool during the Grand National Festival in April. My reference photographs were taken from the rail of the public enclosure during the Topham chase. This scene is rather typical of the final straight, often with a loose horse or two as they approach the elbow for the final run to the line. I was also attracted by the background, the coach park, housing and the light you get on cold spring days.

Additional information, the winning horse is Cadmium, jockey Paul Townend and trainer Willie Mullins

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The Winner is a large oil on canvas inspired by a sunny March afternoon at Bandon Point to point.  There is beautiful light at this time of year and if you are lucky enough to get a fine day it creates great contrasts and shadows. This lovely grey horse Rauiris Cloud won on the day and was ridden by top Irish amateur jockey Derek O'Connor.

The original painting is available from The Art Collective at Gra Coffee Bar Nass, Co. Kildare contact Susan MacMillan 0872611540